1998 Ford Royale vs. 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE
To start off, 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Ford Royale. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Ford Royale would be higher. At 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE (327 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 218 more horse power than 1998 Ford Royale. (109 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE should accelerate faster than 1998 Ford Royale.
Because 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Ford Royale, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE (498 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 325 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ford Royale. (173 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Ford Royale. 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE has automatic transmission and 1998 Ford Royale has manual transmission. 1998 Ford Royale will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Ford Royale | 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE | |
| Make | Ford | Cadillac |
| Model | Royale | ESCALADE |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1983 cc | 6000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 327 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 173 Nm | 498 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | electric |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 4-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 5144 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2007 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1928 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2947 mm |
